Is kombucha healthy for everyone?

It’s best to use a glass container to make kombucha as the acidity of the drink can dissolve the lead on containers that have a lead-containing glaze. — dpa

Countless health claims swirl around kombucha, a fermented drink made with tea, sugar, bacteria and yeast.

Although there is little research backing up the would-be superfood benefits of kombucha, some studies have suggested that it can help with gut health in place of probiotic supplements, and also support the body’s immune system.